Appealling Arts ... from the Official Tourism Website

Arts Scilly 2011 festival will be held from the 7th - 14th May 2011 . The festival celebrates an inspirational landscape with a week of art exhibitions, visual displays, arts and craft trails around each island and a series of particpatory events. A time table of activity will soon be available to download from here.

There is a growing and exciting arts scene on the islands not surprising given the sources of inspiration from light and landscape!

Music: There is a vibrant, island-wide music scene, with a variety of bands playing anything from jazz and folk, to rhythm and blues and rock. Concerts and gigs provide a real showcase for the talented acts. Indeed, many up and coming national bands kick start or end music tours on Scilly, with the location perhaps adding an extra something to the performance.

Concerts: Open-air operatic and theatrical events, musicals, plays, choral concerts and comedies, all play a big part on Scilly, with both local and touring companies staging productions throughout the year.

Creative: The Isles of Scilly offer a wealth of creative options, with artisans of every type imaginable. From local chocolate makers to jewellery designers, our arts community is strong, vibrant, and ever-growing! Also, if you are interested in developing your artistic skills, just e-mail the Tourist Information Centre for more information of courses and creative holidays that are on offer across the isles.

Just walking around the Islands, it soon becomes apparent that this is a vibrant community, with a focus very much on creativity.

Some of our local artisans include:

Phoenix Craft Workshops forms a co-operative of local artisans including two new units for 2011 producing quality work for sale. Or ... make your own to take home! We'll teach you how in one of our many and varied workshops for all ages. Tel: 01720 4229000 www.phoenixcrafts.co.uk
Glandore Gallery is a beachside studio/shop featuring work by Stephen Morris and Nan Heath, offering exciting original artwork, prints, and cards. 01720 422535 www.glandoregallery.co.uk
Fay Page Silver. Beautiful, contemporary jewellery from Scilly. Handmade chains and charm bracelets with silver and gold shell charms. www.faypage.co.uk
Tresco Gallery. With exhibitions of some of Cornwall's leading contemporary artists, and also some who are less established, you will always find something to suit your tastes. 01720 424925 www.tresco.co.uk/see/gallery/